Homemade TopiaryMaking a topiary is easier than you think! topiary means clipping shrubs and trees into ornamental shapes. I wanted to try with a small boxwood that was growing with no shape . I wanted it to have a shape and more striking look ,as if it grew that way. With a pair of garden shears and cable ties. Take your ties and with the other hand, gather in the center. Wrap ties around and tie securely.